The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 39, January, 1861 by Various
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"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 39, January, 1861" by Various is a historical magazine published in the mid-19th century. This volume serves as a literary periodical that covers a diverse range of topics, including politics, art, and culture, with particular emphasis on observations regarding society and city life, specifically that of Washington, D.C. The opening of this volume offers a deeply satirical exploration of Washington City, portraying it as a place
rife with contradictions and absurdities. The narrative vividly depicts the city's chaotic layout, the diverse and often ridiculous population, and the political atmosphere of the time. The author presents Washington as a paradoxical city that is both grand and flawed—a locale filled with political intrigue, social peculiarities, and eccentric characters. Through humorous observations and biting commentary, the piece sets the stage for an in-depth examination of 1861's socio-political climate, illustrating the city's role as the nation's capital amidst an era of escalating tensions leading up to the Civil War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 39, January, 1861 A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Joshua Hutchinson, Tonya Allen, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | American periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11118 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-11118-6 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 487 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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